Robert Troy (Longford-Westmeath, Fianna Fail)
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352. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills if she will provide details of the latest guidance supplied to her Department regarding the wearing of facemasks in primary and post-primary school settings; and her views on whether the publication of detailed medical advice would help to reassure those with doubts. [13022/22]

Norma Foley (Kerry, Fianna Fail)
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On 17 February 2022, NPHET reviewed the remaining public health measures including the infection prevention control measures and restrictions in school settings.

Having closely considered relevant epidemiological data and other matters as set out in their letter of 17 February 2022, the Government accepted the recommendation of the NPHET to remove remaining restriction relating to mask-wearing in schools.

It is no longer a requirement for staff or pupils/students to wear a face mask in schools. Staff and pupils/students can continue to wear a face mask if they wish to do so on a personal basis and schools should continue to make masks available on request as they are currently doing.